What goodies do you miss from the uk??
Sep 5th 2008, 7:11 pm
#61
Fluffy Dippindoodle
Joined: Dec 2007
Location: Newfoundland at last!
Posts: 908
Sep 5th 2008, 8:22 pm
#63
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 312
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
After a good think, well it has been 3 years now.
Thomas the Baker with all there sausage rolls n pasties id kill for a vanilla slice.
When the rellies have brougt over some jaffa cakes I have been known to hide in the cupboard and stuff me face away from prying eyes lol.
Im just about over the heinz beans thing the uk ones I had recently were just so sweet.
The Deodrant thing pees me off too, you seen how much Impulse is here.
The chocolate thing I dont mind as much as now I eat so much less, well im still working my way through some Cadburys fruit n nut a friend donated.
I also miss the local Butchers where you could get just so much more choice than here.
Crisps being called Crisps and Quavers, Hula Hoops, Cheese n Onion sandwiches I refuse to pay the prices here in our local expat shop.
Malted hot chocolate on a winters eve, ive only ever seen the origional malt drink here.
The worst craving has to be Fish n Chips with peas and curry sauce, and a decent delivery Indian takeaway.Although before we saw Oasis on Sat night we went for one Downtown Calgary wich hit the spot.Wish I could have ordered the whole menu tho.
Oh my gawd my mouth is now watering im off to Starbucks for a Decaf Latte actually sod it il get a Mocha.
So guys stock your containers up with all your faves.
Is anyone taking orders ?? Please ??
Mrs Minihaha x
Thomas the Baker with all there sausage rolls n pasties id kill for a vanilla slice.
When the rellies have brougt over some jaffa cakes I have been known to hide in the cupboard and stuff me face away from prying eyes lol.
Im just about over the heinz beans thing the uk ones I had recently were just so sweet.
The Deodrant thing pees me off too, you seen how much Impulse is here.
The chocolate thing I dont mind as much as now I eat so much less, well im still working my way through some Cadburys fruit n nut a friend donated.
I also miss the local Butchers where you could get just so much more choice than here.
Crisps being called Crisps and Quavers, Hula Hoops, Cheese n Onion sandwiches I refuse to pay the prices here in our local expat shop.
Malted hot chocolate on a winters eve, ive only ever seen the origional malt drink here.
The worst craving has to be Fish n Chips with peas and curry sauce, and a decent delivery Indian takeaway.Although before we saw Oasis on Sat night we went for one Downtown Calgary wich hit the spot.Wish I could have ordered the whole menu tho.
Oh my gawd my mouth is now watering im off to Starbucks for a Decaf Latte actually sod it il get a Mocha.
So guys stock your containers up with all your faves.
Is anyone taking orders ?? Please ??
Mrs Minihaha x
Sep 5th 2008, 8:25 pm
#64
Thread Starter
Joined: Dec 1969
Posts: 2,484
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
ALI 
Give us your order, make sure it is not that large or heavy and ill add them in our case for you my dear
Give us your order, make sure it is not that large or heavy and ill add them in our case for you my dear
Sep 5th 2008, 8:35 pm
#65
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 312
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
Oh youve done it now, Gill il pm you my order lol ,just the usual Jaffa Cakes and Walkers maybe a small jar of Branston Pickle oh my gawd I cant stop now.
xx will pm you soon after I go lay down xx
Sep 5th 2008, 10:50 pm
#66
Lost in BE Cyberspace
Joined: Sep 2004
Location: Windsor, ON; Chicago, IL
Posts: 6,713
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
It's so regional, I can get most things on this list that you lot are pining for. EXCEPT BLOODY MALT LOAF 
Sep 6th 2008, 12:32 am
#68
Lost in BE Cyberspace
Joined: Sep 2004
Location: Windsor, ON; Chicago, IL
Posts: 6,713
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
I just googled a recipe and this one looks promising. If it doesn't work out, I'll get that bank loan in your name and we can splash out on some Soreen
Sep 6th 2008, 2:11 am
#69
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Apr 2008
Location: Back in Scotland
Posts: 391
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
I really miss Tesco on line shopping
i miss the smell of Lenor
revels (although found some in bulk barn and sherbet fountains)
lucozade
macaroni pies mmmmm
i miss the smell of Lenor
revels (although found some in bulk barn and sherbet fountains)
lucozade
macaroni pies mmmmm
Sep 6th 2008, 3:40 am
#70
Happy Bunnies
Joined: May 2004
Location: NW Calgary
Posts: 1,371
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
I don't want to brag or anything but the mother-in-law arrived yesterday and opened up her suitcase and handed me a box (yes a box!) of 60 curly wurlys. I caved in immediately and said she could visit again if she wanted to!
Sep 6th 2008, 7:08 am
#71
Home and Happy
Joined: Dec 2002
Location: Keep true friends and puppets close, trust no-one else...
Posts: 93,807
Sep 6th 2008, 3:56 pm
#72
Lost in BE Cyberspace
Joined: Jul 2006
Location: Cochrane, Alberta
Posts: 7,861
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
Ahh, the "she broke like a wet Kit Kat" school of thought. Actually, mmmm, Kit Kat's....
(wanders off, muttering and salivating ... )
Sep 6th 2008, 5:25 pm
#73
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2007
Location: Okotoks, Alberta
Posts: 526
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
An advert in this week's Okotoks paper for Sandul's pharmacy in Black Diamond:
Sandul's Pharmacy is excited to bring you "The Tastes You've Missed From Home"
Visit our confectionary and grocery import line...featuring just to mention a few:
Jaffa Cake
Cadbury Flake
Dairy Milk Buttons
Hula Hoops
English Marmalades and Mustards
English, Irish and Scottish Teas
Blackberry and Gooseberry Jams
Heinz Mushy Peas
Dolly Mix
It also says they "welcome special requests!"
Haven't been over there to look, so I have no idea what the prices are like, but suspect if it is anything like the British shop in the South Centre, it won't be cheap!
Sandul's Pharmacy is excited to bring you "The Tastes You've Missed From Home"
Visit our confectionary and grocery import line...featuring just to mention a few:
Jaffa Cake
Cadbury Flake
Dairy Milk Buttons
Hula Hoops
English Marmalades and Mustards
English, Irish and Scottish Teas
Blackberry and Gooseberry Jams
Heinz Mushy Peas
Dolly Mix
It also says they "welcome special requests!"
Haven't been over there to look, so I have no idea what the prices are like, but suspect if it is anything like the British shop in the South Centre, it won't be cheap!
Sep 6th 2008, 5:49 pm
#74
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2003
Location: Just outside Calgary
Posts: 513
Re: What goodies do you miss from the uk??
Decent washing powder - how i miss Ariel
There is a store in Calgary that sells Persil but at $92 a box!!!
There is a store in Calgary that sells Persil but at $92 a box!!!
